Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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Evaluative Reading
Comprehension—Bias, Assumptions, Stereotype--RIT 201 – 210
Read the
paragraph.
Some people
don’t like to use computers. They think that it is too hard and they break down too often.
Don’t they realize that computers save us time and effort? Surely, these anti-computer people
are confused.
What assumption is underlying this paragraph?
a. | Everyone should use and appreciate
computers. | c. | People are
breaking the computers. | b. | Most computers don’t break down. | d. | Computers can help educate
students. |
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Read the
passage
One is more likely to
be killed by another hunter than a bear. You should have fear when out in the wilderness. That is the
wildlife’s home, and they did not invite you, that is the risk you take for being out there. I
have nothing against hunters; I used to be one myself. But, I am against unnecessary slaughter of
wildlife. To me it is the true act of a coward.
Copyright Info: Not
given (Phillips, Blackman, Felts).
In the author’s opinion, people
should
a. | respect the wilderness as the
wildlife’s home | c. | dress warmly while
hunting | b. | fear bears more than other hunters | d. | promote unnecessary slaughter of
wildlife |
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Read the
statement.
“I am so glad the 1st grade students remembered to clean up their art project
before they went home!”
Who would most likely agree with this
statement?
a. | a
mother | c. | the
principal | b. | a student | d. | a janitor |
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Read the
paragraph.
Cells make up all
living things. There are millions of different types of cells in the human body. Scientists believe
that further study of the make-up of cells can lead to a cure for cancer. Scientists continue their
research in laboratories everyday.
Which sentence best describes an assumption in this
paragraph?
a. | Cells make up all living
things. | c. | There are millions
of different types of cells in the human body. | b. | Scientists believe that further study of the make-up of
cells can lead to a cure for
cancer. | d. | Scientists continue their research in the laboratories
everyday. |
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Read the
paragraph.
Scientific and
medical research has improved over the years. Our use of monkeys, rats, mice, rabbits, and other
animals has helped us make numerous advances in medicine. We need to continue those practices to find
cures and treatments for more illnesses.
Which person would be most likely to disagree
with this paragraph?
a. | a scientific
researcher | c. | an animal rights
activist | b. | a forest ranger | d. | a college professor |
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Read the following
passage.
The temperature hit
104 degrees. All of the kids were miserable. There was nothing to do. The movies at the theater were
all boring. At the pool, the lifeguards were mean and enforced the rules by whistling and yelling at
us. Winter would be so much better.
Which phrase from the passage is a
fact?
a. | The temperature was 104
degrees. | c. | The lifeguards
were mean. | b. | he movies were boring. | d. | Winter would be much better. |
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Where would you find the
best information for a report about Chinese architecture?
a. | your
teacher | c. | a person who lived
in China with his family for three years | b. | a dictionary | d. | a television show about Chinese buildings and
architecture |
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Read the following reasons
for getting good grades in school.
A. Good grades open up doors for the future. A person who earns high marks has a better
chance of securing a well-paying, exciting job as an adult.
B. Kids who get good grades are often
rewarded. They are honored at academic assemblies and many teachers offer free time or treats to good
students,
C. Students with bad grades aren’t allowed to participate in sports teams or
student council. They’re left out of a lot of fun opportunities.
D. Smart kids like to eat
lunch together. They usually get to the cafeteria first and have the best table.
Which
reason would be best in an essay about getting good grades?
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Read the following
paragraph.
My worst camping
trip was to Yellowstone Park. While we were hiking, a bear came into our camp, knocked over our tent,
and ate most of our food. When we arrived back in camp, we gathered up what we could find and headed
back to the car only to find that we had a flat tire. Worst of all, we had locked our keys in the car
and it started to rain. The next time we went to Yellowstone we rented a room at the
lodge.
Which fact supports the conclusion that the author did not camp in Yellowstone
again?
a. | A bear came into our
camp. | c. | It started to
rain. | b. | Our car had a flat tire. | d. | Next time, we rented a room at the
lodge. |
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Read the
paragraph.
Mary loves animals.
She has had cats, dogs, horses, hamsters, and even a snake! There is not a pet she doesn’t
love. Barbara is allergic to fur and has only one pet: a turtle.
Which sentence do you know is
true?
a. | Barbara loves
dogs. | c. | Barbara is allergic to
snakes. | b. | Mary would like having a pet cat. | d. | Mary is allowed to have any pet she
wants. |
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Read the following
paragraph.
It’s been a
cold fall. Every morning the grass is covered with frost. Ice hangs off the bottom of cars. As we
walk to school, our fingers freeze inside our gloves and our cheeks are bright red when we enter our
classrooms. I can’t wait until spring!
Which of the following cannot be proven by the
paragraph?
a. | The weather was
freezing. | c. | Even with gloves,
the cold reached their hands. | b. | Winter would be warmer than it was last
year. | d. | The students’ cheeks are red from the
cold. |
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Students must have exceptional
qualities in able to join the student council?
Which of the reasons below is the least valued reason for being invited to join the
students council?
a. | High
grades | c. | Participation in school
activities | b. | Good citizenship | d. | Being 10 years old |
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Evaluative Reading
Comprehension—Fact and Opinion--RIT 201 – 210
Which sentence is not a fact, but an
opinion?
a. | There is no school next
Monday. | c. | We’re going
to see an adventure film. | b. | I’m going to a movie with my best
friend. | d. | Adventure films are much better than love
stories. |
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Read the
paragraph.
My parents have been married for 15 years. Last summer we threw them a big surprise
party with a cake, presents, and about 20 years. We had games like volleyball and croquet. The best
game of all was darts, though. I beat everyone – even my dad! We told them the party would be
twice as big on their 20th anniversary.
Which sentence is not a fact, but an
opinion?
a. | My parents have been married for 15
years. | c. | We had games like volleyball and
croquet. | b. | Last summer we threw them a big surprise
party. | d. | The best game of all was
darts. |
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